2002 Lada Samara II vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Samara II | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Samara II | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2499 mm |
